Tapcon® Concrete Screw Product Selection Guide
Tapcon®, the original blue concrete screw, is a light and medium fastener that can be used in concrete, brick or block. These screws are come in a variety of lengths and are availabe in two diameters- 1/4" and 3/16". As with any construction, it is essential that these Tapcons® are used in the proper manner. By following the instructions below, you can determine the correct installation for any length and diameter of concrete screw. After embedment and spacing has been determined, you can proceed with installation.
To determine the correct length of Tapcon® concrete screw for a specific proejct, add the thickness of the material to be attached (A) to the embedment into the base material (B). It is recommended that a minimum of 1” and a maximum of
1-3/4” embedment are used. It is also very important that the hole be drilled a minimum of ¼” deeper than the embedment of the screw. This allows space for the concrete dust that is created by the threads cutting into the base material.
Installing Tapcon® Concrete Screws
Learn how to install Tapcons® into concrete, brick or block by watching this quick, informative 2.5 minute installation video.
Tapcon® Technical Specifications
View anchor-specific information on our standard blue CIimaseal® concrete screws ranging from diameter and drill bit size to depth of embedment.
Anchor Sizes & Pricing
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FAQs
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Expert How-To Articles
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Purchase Tapcons
If Tapcon® screws are what you need for your application, click above to purchase concrete screws online now! Tapcon® drill bits and installation kits are also available.